Charity Places Available For 2012 Chicago Marathon

The 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon sold out in record time, but a limited number of entries are still available through the Charity Program. Every year thousands of runners take to the streets of Chicago for a cause much greater than their own. We invite you to join the fundraising effort at the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon and make a difference through your participation in this year’s race.

Here’s how:
If you have yet to sign-up for the sold-out 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, you can still do so by running on behalf of a charity. To find out which charities have entries available, visit the Run for Charity page.

If you are already registered, you can still opt to run for charity by signing on with one of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon’s affiliated nonprofits. Visit the Charity Program page for a complete list of charities, and contact the organizations directly to find out how you can contribute to their cause.

Benefits of Running for Charity
While fundraising is a critical part of running for charity, there are countless other benefits that not only support your fundraising efforts, but your overall training and preparation for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Benefits include:

Entry into the sold-out Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Marathon training programs and expert coaching

Group training runs and training partners

Being a part of a team, including team uniforms

Support, camaraderie and social opportunities

Access to Charity Village on race day (i.e. race day hospitality in Grant Park)

Pre-race pasta parties and post-race celebrations

Please note that benefits vary depending on the charity program. To learn more about the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program and how you can get involved, visit the Charity Program page.